Hello out there! Lots going on in the Ambriz Family.
A few weeks ago we found out where we are heading, or rather where the Coast Guard is sending us. Drum roll please.....Memphis, Tennessee! We couldn't be more thrilled. Of course crime is big in the city itself - so we will be living about 45 minutes away in a much more rural setting. Good news is that we will only be a day's drive from my dad and his side of the family, and from the Creation Museum. We thought we were moving in June - but things have changed a bit. Hubby's new billet needs him there sooner - and his replacement for here should be arriving in March. So - it looks like we'll be on the road again sometime in the last half of March, or early April. I told my dad, and he is thrilled, because it means I can drive up for my grandpa's (dad's dad) 93rd birthday in May. My grandfather hasn't met any of my children in person. My grandpa has over 25 great grandchildren now...in fact, I think he may have a couple of great great grandchildren even. It is sad to think about - how so many people are limiting their families to 1 or 2 children - what a heritage they are missing out on. My grandmother (dad's mom) died when I was 5 or 6. I bet she would have really cherished the heritage she has through her 5 children, 15 grand children, 25+ great grandchildren (so far), and possibly great grandchildren now.
Today we found out that Hubby will be getting promoted to Chief on 1 February 2013. I am so proud of him! He has worked hard, and is a good leader. In fact, the other day he came home really late. Turns out he was giving one of his workers some marital advice. Here we have been married nearly 19 years (in March). We have been through a lot. I felt so much respect for him as a man when he said that a man (fairly recently married) had come to him for some advice and support. I was glad that he took the time to talk with him at length, and took him under his wing. Marriage isn't easy. I think sometimes we are lulled into the mistaken idea that it is all romance, chocolate and flowers, and lovey dovey stuff all the time. When in actuality it is a lot of hard work! Talk about blood, sweat, and tears. But here we are. Soon to be 19 years. 5 children. And hubby is on his downhill slide toward retirement from his military career. 3.5 years until he is eligible for retirement. But I think he is planning on staying at least 5 more. I need to go back to college. Even though I have a degree, I want to get some fresh skills that are marketable - should I need to work. Hubby isn't sure what he wants to do. If he retires at 20 years - he'll get a 50% pension. But he'll only be 45. So he could start a whole new career. We shall see where the good LORD takes us.
With that I will say goodbye. It is after midnight and I need to hit the hay. Until next time....
Be Blessed,
Tiffany
